Friday, July 12, 2019 - 2:45pm

AuSM Staff

Eddie Hall III embodies the words, “rising star” as it relates to the automotive industry, said Cox Automotive vice president, talent, learning and culture Keisha Duck. “He also exemplifies a core value of Cox Automotive and the Cox family — community service,” Duck said in a news... Read More

Friday, July 12, 2019 - 1:32pm

AuSM Staff

The editors at Autotrader have released a list of what they believe are the best certified pre-owned deals for vehicle shoppers in July. They like the offerings of several manufacturers, but this month, Lexus stands out for them. Why is the Lexus certified pre-owned program one of their favorite CPO deals? The... Read More

Thursday, July 11, 2019 - 1:40pm

AuSM Staff

Carsharing marketplace HyreCar says it has created a new experienced outside sales team and scalable customer service infrastructure to pursue OEM and dealer opportunities. The company has hired two industry veterans with existing dealership and OEM relationships that they will use to fuel vehicle supply and... Read More

Wednesday, July 10, 2019 - 4:18pm

AuSM Staff

A new automotive site that made its national U.S. launch on Tuesday says it offers fleet-like pricing by grouping buyers and lessees around the United States by the brand of car they want and placing them in a national “bucket.” Through the site, CarBuckets.com, car dealerships nationwide compete for the... Read More

Wednesday, July 10, 2019 - 4:16pm

AuSM Staff

Noting George Hines’ leadership in activating the Lithia store network with digital services to reach 80% of consumers nationwide, Lithia Motors has promoted Hines to senior vice president, chief innovation and technology officer. Lithia Motors president and chief executive officer Bryan DeBoer said in a news... Read More

Tuesday, July 9, 2019 - 3:51pm

AuSM Staff

Group 1 Automotive has acquired two BMW/Mini dealerships — in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, N.M. — which the company says represents New Mexico’s only BMW and MINI franchises. The acquisition also includes BMW Motorrad franchises. With the purchase of those businesses, which are also located in Albuquerque... Read More

Tuesday, July 9, 2019 - 2:27pm

AuSM Staff

The Junior League, The Women’s Fund Miami Young Professionals and Junior Achievement of South Central Kentucky are just a few organizations that Amber Martin has served. "Having worked in media and entertainment, I understand just how important it is for all women to have advocates and a team to help advance... Read More

Tuesday, July 9, 2019 - 1:10pm

AuSM Staff

Up to now, JM Family Enterprises has operated five automotive businesses, including Southeast Toyota Distributors, which it describes as the world’s largest independent distributor of Toyota vehicles. The company is also involved in financial services and owns a Lexus dealership. On Monday, the company announced... Read More